Power Stop Z26 Brake Pad Review 2016-2024 Camaro SS
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Dropped $250 on new front OEM brembo pads to get rid of the squealing and crazy amount of dust, as recommended by the Chevy dealership near me. After spending the $250 plus $100 install the problem till persisted. I confronted the dealership and their only response was that performance brakes leave dust and squeal, so it's just a problem I have to live with. Proceeded to spend $460 on powerstop rotors and brake pads, and I've never been happier. Dust is basically nonexistent, and the rotors looks 100X more aesthetic. The OEM brembo pads have a tad bit more bite to them, but I was personally willing to sacrifice that for the little to no dust and nonexistent squealing/squeaking. 10/10 recommend anyone with a camaro to replace their braking system for a powerstop setup and keep their stock setup for track purposes. You won't regret it.
If he smacks that damn box one more time I'm gonna fucking lose it 😂😂😂😠
+SRT Fee lol!
SRT Fee was thinking I was overreacting. agreed
I came just to look for this comment lmao
Funny, you are right. I was watching and reading your comment. I started laughing.
I used the Z23 level because I don't track my car. Great pads!
ordered them, thanks for that, really looking for a less dust option
I did the z26 brake & rotor upgrade on my '16 Charger R/T & am very impressed with the outcome! The brakes started squealing so I thought it was a problem with OEM parts(Replaced the back pads 3X with different pads with same outcome)! For $400, I've never had a problem with brakes anymore....
Thank you for the video. I appreciate the install video as well as this follow-up video. I have been watching you for years now. My car is a 2017 2SS in Hyper Blue metallic. I purchased & will be installing the exact same pads from Power Stop as well as the Z26 drilled slotted rotors in all 4 corners. You put out a lot of interesting & helpful videos so please continue doing that. From one gear head to another, specifically a Camaro Gear head: Thank you.
I'm installing the z23s tomorrow so this is good to hear. I don't have a track anywhere near me or I would have got the ones you got but the lack of dust is very appealing. In fact I've watched a lot of your videos and they've helped tremendously so thank you for the content
No problem
Got my Z-26's put on! WOW what a difference in the how little brake dust. I have the black wheels and with the OEM pads I had to clean brake dust daily and the metal would oxidize and turn rusty red. Thanks for the great suggestion. I really appreciate your Gen 6 information and dedication to our cars! Jeff
+Jeffery OKeefe glad you're finding my suggestions useful
Thanks for the review. I just installed mine last week on my 2017 50th anniversary 2SS and my wheels were still clean when I washed it yesterday! They don't grown when you let off the brakes either so I say they are quieter than the OEM pads! Always enjoy the tips and upgrades. Next is the rock guards from ZL1 add ons since I already have paint chips at 3k miles from the front tires.
Does the fifty have 6 pistons on the fronts?
And... sold. Going Power Stop for my 5th gen.
Sold! Replacing the pads on my Z51 Vette... My rims are filthy after 50 miles, and it is driving me crazy!
+Dave Clute you will be really happy when you do.
I’m thinkin same on my z51, too let me know how they are, I have 1800 miles on my rotors , should be fine with same rotors??
SeeSeven Stuff That's the same 'dust experience' as I've had. I purchased the Power Stop Brake kit (#K6523-26 Z26 Street Warrior) which are rotors & pads for front/rear for my 2014 Corvette Z51 --- being installed Oct 13. I'll try to post my thoughts on performance here. If you or anyone else reads this and want to know my reaction...reply or like this comment and I'll receive the notification and respond.
@@tinrat-n-teet I purchased the Power Stop Brake kit (#K6523-26 Z26 Street Warrior) which are rotors & pads for front/rear for my 2014 Corvette Z51 --- being installed Oct 13. I'll try to post my thoughts on performance here. If you or anyone else reads this and want to know my reaction...reply or like this comment and I'll receive the notification and respond.
Good vid, I'll add some of these to MY 1SS, the brake dust on the stock setup is crazy.
Dude, you have one of the best looking camaros I have seen. I especially like how you customize your car and maintain the character of the car as well. Keep up the work sir! Wish I could get you on my channel but I live in Georgia.
+Chasing Exotic Cars thanks man. Hey you never know when I will take a road trip
nice live feed last week, I agree to get around the dusting problem with the wheels you will have to replace , pads, and rotors
Nice... just ordered my set for the 2015 challenger SRT
Let me know how they go because I wanna order them for my 2012 Chrysler 300 srt8
Thanks LG, this is what I was wanting to hear ref. the dust, and stopping with these pads. I'm off to buy a set for my '19 Grand Sport.
So, it took 12 minutes and 59 seconds for you to say "these brake pads produce little to no brake dust". Got it, thank you!
wow this is a huge improvement! I can't stand dirty wheels and mine like yours before were dirty daily! Awesome improvement.
+B WEEZY going on 800 miles and my wheels still shine.
It’s so crazy to me as I thought in the modern era, brake dust accumulation was a thing of the past. Of all the cars I’ve seen up in my life, the only car I’ve known to have a huge problem with brake dust was my mom’s’94 Nissan Maxima SE with the factory 16 spoke turbine wheels. I’ll never forget those wheels because it took almost an hour to clean them thoroughly. You talking about some wheels that were dam near impossible to keep clean, those rims were a nightmare. I remember watching my dad get down on his knees with a toothbrush trying to make them spotless for my mom one year for Mother’s Day.
When I bought my Camaro SS 2 months ago, I would’ve never thought I would be cleaning rims all day, every dam day to keep the car looking decent. These shits are a straight up pain in the ass to keep clean and they rival those old Maxima rims in terms of frustration levels. Gotta get me some new pads ASAP if I want to save my dam paint job. Never thought in a million years I would experience this problem in a late model vehicle.
Look at BMW’s....
Very nice Matt. That is the only complaint I have about my 5th gen. You can look at them and they will just have brake dust gravitate to the wheels.
Installed them this weekend myself, great pads and zero dust.
+Michael Martin So I am not crazy ;)
LethalGarage I changed the brakes to z26 Power stop GT then I found out they were squealing can I still reuse them if I change the rotor ?
Street Warrior Z26 pads and rotors (drilled/slotted/zinc coated) from CarID for $453. I also installed Goodridge G-Stop SS brake line kit (not rubber) cost $149. You need SS brake lines.
Power Stop is a great company for brakes all around as a budget company. I have the stage 3 kit on my Dakota R/T, they have been durable, and the performance is far better than stock. Far cheaper than OEM or other companies with high quality.
If anyone is still on the fence about these brakes. I run these same brakes on my SS1LE. They stop the car and the dust!!!
Just got these for my camaro ss they do in-fact minimize brake dust. But I do notice a difference in braking not the quality of braking. Rather the bite the original brembo pads bite faster so I did have to relearn muscle memory for brake travel. The travel depressing brakes was slightly further than original but not a deal breaker at all good pads. I did have some squealing at 5mph to stop but very slight. I’m sure it will go away after completely doing break-in and it was 35deg outside. So I’m sure that played a part not being warmed up.
same here for my 2018 ss exactly what u said i agree. mine are still breaking in when cold morning backin out of driveway it squels lil till pads are warm up
I'm super excited about this!!! i know you clean your car a lot but I would love a one month review on the brake dust
Mine just came in today from Amazon hope to get them installed this weekend I have a yellow C7 Z51 with yellow calipers I'm so sick of brake dust on my rims and calipers
I'm sold! Didn't know you had shirts. Got that too =)
I have Genesis coupe it needs a brakes for daily use and such
what do you suggest?
and does it has a noise?
Sweet! What trie shine are you using, no “ sling” can be seen either 👍👍
Now that you've had them on for awhile..... How do they perform to the original brakes? Have you been on the track with them? How do they hold up, any fade?
Ok so folks on the ZL1 facebook forum say these pads eat the ZL1 rotors away and are bad for the rotors. Are you still using these pads now? Whats your opinion after 5 years??
Would you recommend buying the cross and drilled rotors from power stop too.
thanks Matt
Just bought some. The brake dust on the Hellcats is so bad that that my wheels had a file a restraining order against it.
Let me know how they work on your Hellcat
Power stop extremes resolved my erectile dysfunction.
No longer do I suffer from embarrassing dandruff, halitosis or inappropriate you tube comments.
So yeah I'm so happy that if I died tomorrow the power stop extremes will have completed me and justified my existence.
No dust and a hard pedal what more could you want In a sex life.
Yes I got some and they are Great
Congrats on 14k Matt!!!
I changed the brakes to z26 Power stop GT then I found out they were squealing can I still reuse them if I change the rotor ?
Any recommendations for new aftermarket rotors? Might as well switch out both at the same time.
Mine seem to squeeze real bad at cold when in reverse. And also in drive at cold with low brake pressure. But with normal braking no noise or squeeze. Plesse help
I was looking at these a couple weeks ago. SO TIRED OF THE DUST!
It’s so crazy to me as I thought in the modern era, brake dust accumulation was a thing of the past. Of all the cars I’ve seen up in my life, the only car I’ve known to have a huge problem with brake dust was my mom’s’94 Nissan Maxima SE with the factory 16 spoke turbine wheels. I’ll never forget those wheels because it took almost an hour to clean them thoroughly. You talking about some wheels that were dam near impossible to keep clean, those rims were a nightmare. I remember watching my dad get down on his knees with a toothbrush trying to make them spotless for my mom one year for Mother’s Day.
When I bought my Camaro SS 2 months ago, I would’ve never thought I would be cleaning rims all day, every dam day to keep the car looking decent. These shits are a straight up pain in the ass to keep clean and they rival those old Maxima rims in terms of frustration levels. Gotta get me some new pads ASAP if I want to save my dam paint job. Never thought in a million years I would experience this problem in a late model vehicle.
@@dougedoug2105 I know this was posted a year ago and you probably forgot about it, but I figured I would just clarify _why_ the stock brake pads have so much dust. By default, the Camaros come with semi-metallic brake pads. These are great for dual-purpose street/track cars since the added metals allow them to cool down faster without a lot of the drawbacks of fully metallic pads. However, these pads cause a lot of brake dust and eat your rotors (due to metal on metal contact). The PowerStop Z26s and their competitors are ceramic pads. These are great for street driving as they last longer, don't produce much dust, don't eat your rotors, and don't produce noise that we can hear (assuming there are no underlying issues). However for track use, they aren't the best and shouldn't be used if you plan on pushing your car to the limits. For most people, ceramic is the way to go, but to say that the stock pads are "low-tech," "old-fashioned," or simply just bad kind of misses the point of them.
@@Clone895 Thanks for the recommendation Brother, I’ll have to try them as I am sick of these stock pads. They’ve literally destroyed my rims. Took a highway trip recently and put about 1000 miles on the car. Didn’t wash my rims before or during my road trip and when I washed the car a few days back the dust was literally so baked on the rims(Blame 100 degree/day TX Heat) that I had to wash them 3 separate times to remove what dirt I could. Had the rims repainted in February because the brake pads and grease had stained the original factory metallic finish and they were stained again within 1 month. I hate to throw away money but I’m a year into ownership and sick of cleaning rims, but I have to paint them again this time in bläck which is probably won’t like because the metallic silver just looks better on my car because it’s got silver rally stripes. Hated to vent hug I’ll definitely give those pads you recommended a try
@@dougedoug2105 Ya np. Also good brake cleaner goes a LONG way when it comes to getting off brake dust. I find that when I do a simple wash with car shampoo, there is still plenty of dust left on the rims. However using brake cleaner (I use Adam's), I am able to get my wheels stupidly clean. The stuff doesn't smell the best, but it sure does work... I personally just picked up some Z26 pads and StopTech rotors to replace the stock setup, so I'll see how they compare
@@Clone895 ThanksMan I’ll check that out tomorrow 👍🏽
What about the longevity concerning the pads themselves?
What kind of side skirts are on your car? Don’t look as aggressive as the ZL1
ACS Composite ZL1 replicas, yeah they have softer corners
I am thinking about a set of these for my CVPI
what wheels and tire package is that they look really nice
I'm considering these and R1 Concepts, EBC Yellow pads and even Bosch Quietcast Premium. After a year or more how did the Z26 hold up ? Strong as or better than oem Bembro ? any experience with the other pads I mentioned ? Looking for good strong breaking, with low dust, low noise, low fad in higher heat and decent all around pads
Did you paint the rotors before you installed them so they won’t rust ?
This is great! Need to order a set now and there not that much. Thanks again for the video!
Did I miss something in another video? I see you got the Toyo's on the front too.
hey Matt! I am about to purchase the same pads, so thanks for sharing your experience. how many miles do you have on your car so far?
+Jorel DeLeon 11,451
I order the z17 kit pad and rotor front ones for my Ford F-150 XLT do you think are good for my pickup
do ur brakes make squel noise in the morning after warming up car?i reverse n it brake noise squel then it stop after few brakes it goes away n its like 2 months used.
I got the 2018 v6 Camaro for a daily I already own a 2015 ss so I was used to all the brake options went to buy some pads and rotors for the v6 and damn finding anything for it is mission impossible lol I did buy these still waiting for the rotors so hopefully they feel good on the single pistons lol is the bit weak like others have said? And how long did they last? I see a lot of people said they got less than 45k miles with them with the rotors it comes with
What are those wheels ? 🔥🔥 they’re very nice
Just bought power stop z26 pads and rotors. I kept my 2015 stock bremo SS.. It's been a hour. The "break in" is happening. It's screeching..
Normally me getting new rotors wouldn't be a big deal. However, my '16 SS came with the upgraded six piston front brakes along with slotted rotors. I'd be afraid to ask what it'd cost me to replace those expensive slotted rotors. I really like the idea of replacing the pads with something that's less dusty. I wonder which kit would be applicable for my six piston front setup? I'm assuming your Amazon link is for a four piston setup, correct?
Under $350 all 4 corners
Nice job with the vid!
Yeah I love the pads...especially when you have the aluminum wheels. No dust, no squealing. They dont even get dirty in your dusty, sandy area.Great review Lethal. Keep them coming.
how many pads come in the kit???
Is the z26 rite for my 2018 ss 1le, part #s k7045-26,k6998-26
Hello Matt Does the z26 brake pads fits the six piston brembo brake pads and also I put 10 quarts of engine oil in my ss but the dip stick shows low and I add another quart to fill up the ss engine is that really normal please give me an advice Matt about how much engine oil I need to fill the ss thanks deeply appreciated
@@clevinmanayan509 I’ve seen them need 10-10.5quarts. They make pads specific for the brembo setup,
Great video ! Guess I have to add to my mods list now
+MojaveKY ;)
you keep costing me more cash hahahaha
Fits 2020 SS CAMARO brakes too?
Really enjoyed following your build. I was putting these on my ‘16 SS and noticed that the retainers clips are wider than the groove on the pins for the pads. This means the clips want to go cricked, slipping halfway into the depression in the center of the pins. The OEM clips fit the grooves. Did you have this issue and did you still use the new clips.
Z23 vs Z26 difference ? & wich one is better for daily or racing ? Thanks
The Z26 is for the shortest stopping distance demanded by high horsepower cars/big wheel upgrades
Did I hear you say you hydro coated your wheels and it did not help keep the wheels cleaner and the dust off?
+Smokedoutz28 correct
5:30 Grease on the inside of your pads will feel like a warped rotor. Ask me how I know.
blackericdenice how u know
@@cordelriusreed4292 I had to replace pads and rotors on a man car because the last stupid installer. Put so much grease on the back of the pads. It leaked down, got on the pads and rotors.
GM stock brake pads are better than anything aftermarket. This is why they cost so much.
Brake squeal come from flatten shims.
Is that 50 miles hyw
Hey Matt I have a 2018 SS 1LE and I'm sick and tired of the crazy brake dust! Will these pads work just the same with the 6 piston that are on my 1LE?
I never had issues, some say they are a little softer
I switch to these brake pads with the same rotors and now my front right brake screeches so badly.. so embarrassing.. I think it's because my rotors are too warped causing a lot of vibrations... I removed the shims and it did lower the sound just a tad but still embarrassing lol
Alonso Arellano yea same here bro I just put these on my mustang gt and these pads squeal at low speeds replacing the front pads asap
@@Twinpendent my squeak went away bro... I took the pads off and added some brake pad grease behind the pad and I did another pad break in like Lethal told me too and it went away. You should try it before you replace them . But you have to do a proper break in.. I guess I didn't do a proper break in the first time
Alonso Arellano appreciate that bro I’ll try that then
Will the pads in the link fit a 2018 SS? Or just 2016-2017?
They run the same brakes
Thanks bro . Stock pads give off way to much break dust lol
Another quick question bro. Do these pads squeak at all like the stock brake pads?
Isn't it great to be surprised after a short drive? Hehe lol. Good information as always sir!
+Alpha Camaro thanks man
Hey Matt, which front splitter is that you have installed under the GM one? Tnx!
+Deives Corvello it is the ZL1addons chin splitter.
Where did you get that zl1 poster at 8:58 ?????
How did they hold up over time? Did you have to replace them sooner than usual?
They lasted a long time. Actually still running this set.
I've got to do this very soon. I'm getting so tired of cleaning my wheels every couple of days......Are you still happy with this brand of brake pads?
Very!
Definitely about to invest in these pads and turn the rotors. This is my first Camaro, first Brembo brake setup, and sixed car overall. I’ve literally had my car 2 months already and I’ve probably washed it 20 plus times. Brake dust is a pet peeve for me so I’m squatting multiple times per day trying to get my dirty wheels to match my clean car.
I’ve read that sometimes you sacrifice performance when swapping out OEM Brembo pads, but at this point an intervention might just just be saving my exterior, as washing any car too often with soap will damage its paint job.
I have these on my '16 SS. Any problems w/squeaking after start up??
I had a slight squeak, but nothing after they got bedded.
Rims and tires specs?
I'm looking for new brakes on my Audi that give off a lot of brake dust. Any online site where I can look at some that will give me more info of what brake company is good for my car and what will fit?
+Ekam24 there are a ton of companies who make breaks for your cars. But honestly I would hit Audi forms or something like that to find the best ones available. I just don't know Enough about Audis to give you the right kind of information
put these on my Daytona 392 and I have almost no dust...and by almost...I mean nearly non existent....performance wise I believe the brembo pads stoped the car a little better
When you wash you car do the disc get like rust or oxide?
Yeah, happens when I use unfiltered water
In the eye of the beholder, since when you have no/less dust, normaly you have less bite and endurance from your brakes. Personaly i would have changed for something like a Hawk HP plus pad, probably more dust then the stock, lol, but more bite and endurance.
V Poje This would be true if you were comparing two pads made from the same material.
Depends on the material
Why would he change to something with more dust? Lol
Sheesh Hawk is the most overhyped pad ever...you're living off forums 10 years ago
Did you get these pads for free? Or did you compare them to other brake pads? Iam thinking of installing the Hawk performance ceramic pads and maybe the slotted rotors. The brake dust is horrible on my wheels.
I purchased the pads from Amazon on my own. I had Hawks on my 5th Gen didn't like them.
LethalGarage I just purchased the EBC red ceramic pads. Was thinking of changing the rotors too to slotted and drilled ones but not sure. Might just cut the OEMs like you did.
Whats a better brand in the year 2020...
Nothing better has been released
Think these would go on the 19 camaros?
Bad_Muh_ Fka 19’s are the same
When it comes to rotors what would be your go to brand?
+David E I don't really have a brand choice currently
David E I purchased the Power Stop Brake kit (#K6523-26 Z26 Street Warrior) which are rotors & pads for front/rear for my 2014 Corvette Z51 --- being installed Oct 13. I'll try to post my thoughts on performance here. If you or anyone else reads this and want to know my reaction...reply or like this comment and I'll receive the notification and respond.
@@ISUringman1974 Personally, I need brakes very soon. I am dying to know what the longer term results are. Thanks!
@@MrBillSabre I have been happy with them. Only issue is they squeak a little in the morning as I pull out of the garage. After that tho, no noise and they work great. Also, virtually no brake dust!
@@ISUringman1974 Great to hear. Thanks for taking the time to reply!
Sold Power Stop it is
No dust but falls apart on the track
Are you still using these pads?
9:50 why didn’t he rub his finger on the wheel like he before?
Because I didn’t need too
@@Lethalgarage You knew as much if not more dust would have been on your finger.
I'm devoting my channel to exposing bs brake pads. I've done Advance pads, Detroit Axle and Autozone. Power Stop is next.
What are the exact pad stock numbers, I came up with FRONT Z26-1474A And Z26-1718 REAR
REAR : Z26-1718
FRONT : Z26-1474A
Got them in today, I have the Black wheels and are a nightmare to keep the brake dust off them. I have to clean the dust off every day. Thanks again for your time given to Gen6 !
You have a ZL1?
LethalGarage 1474 or 1474A ? Amazon says the A does not fit thank you in advance
do they squeal at all?
No brake pads should squeal unless they are wearing improperly
Are your's regular or heavy duty? Extreme make both
+Christopher Brown Z26
Both are Z26. www.jcwhitney.com/powerstop-z26-extreme-performance-brake-pads/p3087533.jcwx?filterid=d244y2017g11941j1#ProductOptionAnchor
WC Whitney had their head up their butt & have the wrong part numbers on their site. The correct numbers for a 2017 / 2018 ZL1 = Front - Z26-1835 / Rear - Z26-1053 "Extreme Performance" series.
There is nothing that you can apply to a wheel that will prevent dust from accumulating, products can only make it easier to clean.
To avoid new rotors, take the old pad material off with fine sandpaper or abrasive. This provides a new surface for the brake pad on the rotor.
Did you replace the rotors too?
No, I had factory rotors here
Do they make them for the 2018 ZL1?
+Christopher Brown They do
Can this be used on 5th gen Camaro?
Certainly, just get the specific pads for the 5th Gen
Do you knaow if these work for the 6 piston brembos?
They make pads for the 6 piston setup.
LethalGarage yeah im just having trouble zeroing down which ones are for that set up, and dor the 4 piston set up too actually
I love it
Is that Macallan :)